Morganite and Sonolite Physical Properties

Morganite and Sonolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Morganite and Sonolite physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Morganite and Sonolite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Morganite- Be₃Al₂SiO₆
• Chemical formula of Sonolite- Mn2+9(SiO 4) 4(OH,F) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Morganite and Sonolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Morganite and Sonolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Morganite and Sonolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Morganite is 3.82-4.00 whereas that of Sonolite is 3.82-4.00.